James Ralston, MD
NPI 1003891433 · Ophthalmology Physician · Pineville, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Ralston, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Pineville, LA (NPI 1003891433).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003891433
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 016869 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
2,894 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 1,169 | $108 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye92020 | 379 | $24 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 356 | $53 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 325 | $30 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 274 | $34 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 237 | $29 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 365 | 71 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 117 | 83 |
| Moxifloxacin Hclbrand: Moxifloxacin | 59 | 42 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 55 | 40 |
| Methylprednisolone | 25 | 19 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 24 | 14 |
| Timolol Maleate | 16 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-12-08
- Last updated
- 2013-05-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Ralston's NPI number?
- James Ralston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003891433, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Ralston's specialty?
- James Ralston is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Ralston located?
- James Ralston's practice location on file with NPPES is 65 Medical Park Blvd, Pineville, LA 71360-8428.
- What is James Ralston's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Ralston is (318) 473-9958.
- Does James Ralston accept Medicare?
- James Ralston is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Ralston's NPI active?
- Yes — James Ralston's NPI (1003891433) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-05-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.